Bruschetta With Tomatoes and Basil |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 6 Minutes |
Ready In: 21 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This is a great appetizer I like to make. Ingredients:
8 slices crusty firm italian bread or 8 slices other country bread |
2 large garlic cloves, halved |
3 -4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
4 medium ripe tomatoes, cored and diced |
1/2 cup fresh basil leaf, slivered |
salt, to taste |
fresh ground black pepper, to taste |
Directions:
1. Prepare a medium-hot charcoal fire or preheat the broiler.
2. Place on grill or under the broiler the slices of bread.
3. Grill or broil, turning once, until golden brown, about 3 minutes each side.
4. Remove from the heat and rub the surface with 2 large cloves of garlic.
5. Brush with 3-4 T of the olive oil.
6. Combine the tomatoes, basil leaves, salt and pepper in bowl.
7. Divide the tomato among the brushetta and serve immediately.
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